A 1-year-old child died after being struck by a security guard's vehicle in a Southwest Houston apartment complex parking lot.Toddler dies after being struck by vehicle in Southwest Houston apartment complex parking lot, HPD saysRead full article: Toddler dies after being struck by vehicle in Southwest Houston apartment complex parking lot, HPD says
Houston Police chief condemns officer’s conduct after racist slurs video surfaces‘Abhorrent, disgusting, and entirely unacceptable’: Ashley Gonzalez fired from HPD following racist social media rantRead full article: ‘Abhorrent, disgusting, and entirely unacceptable’: Ashley Gonzalez fired from HPD following racist social media rant
Taste of summerSummer sizzle returns for Houston this weekend Read full article: Summer sizzle returns for Houston this weekend
Documents detail alleged student contact, racist language, testing misconduct before arrestSplendora High School teacher accused of hoax has lengthy history of discipline, complaints; records showRead full article: Splendora High School teacher accused of hoax has lengthy history of discipline, complaints; records show
Crash on I-10 E in Chambers County near Winnie, TexasOff-duty deputy constable killed in crash on I-10 in Chambers County, authorities sayRead full article: Off-duty deputy constable killed in crash on I-10 in Chambers County, authorities say
Houston Texans' Nico Collins (12) scores a touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)Texans GM Nick Caserio on Nico Collins trade rumors: ‘They can take it and shove it, we’re not trading Nico’Read full article: Texans GM Nick Caserio on Nico Collins trade rumors: ‘They can take it and shove it, we’re not trading Nico’
No description availableSearch warrant reveals explicit messages Houston police lieutenant allegedly sent to detective posing as teen girlRead full article: Search warrant reveals explicit messages Houston police lieutenant allegedly sent to detective posing as teen girl
No description availablePearland mother questions school transportation costs and safety rulesRead full article: Pearland mother questions school transportation costs and safety rules
No description availableHouston firefighter, doctor wife rush to help victims during Mexico pyramid shootingRead full article: Houston firefighter, doctor wife rush to help victims during Mexico pyramid shooting
No description availableState regulators say Camp Mystic emergency plan has deficiencies Read full article: State regulators say Camp Mystic emergency plan has deficiencies
No description availableOrchid care 101: Simple tricks to keep your orchids blooming longerRead full article: Orchid care 101: Simple tricks to keep your orchids blooming longer
Watch ‘Eat Like a Local’ Saturdays at 10 a.m. on KPRC 2Chris Shepherd shares two of his favorite Houston-area spots for a great meal with friendsRead full article: Chris Shepherd shares two of his favorite Houston-area spots for a great meal with friends
IRS records show league lost nonprofit status years agoParents question youth softball league after discovering loss of nonprofit statusRead full article: Parents question youth softball league after discovering loss of nonprofit status
Suspect flees on foot after failed traffic stop, leaving car and shoes behindHouston police search for catalytic converter theft suspect who hit parked car in MontroseRead full article: Houston police search for catalytic converter theft suspect who hit parked car in Montrose
No description availableHouston changes immigration policy: What happens during a traffic stopRead full article: Houston changes immigration policy: What happens during a traffic stop
Hurricane season or not, Texas tax holiday covers emergency prep essentialsTexas tax-free weekend can help you save on emergency prep suppliesRead full article: Texas tax-free weekend can help you save on emergency prep supplies
No description availablePolice chase leaves several officers hospitalized after multiple crashes, 3 suspects arrestedRead full article: Police chase leaves several officers hospitalized after multiple crashes, 3 suspects arrested
No description availableKPRC 2 and Rhythm Energy Athlete of the Week: Ridge Point High School’s Kate PiersonRead full article: KPRC 2 and Rhythm Energy Athlete of the Week: Ridge Point High School’s Kate Pierson
(AP Illustration / Peter Hamlin)Prosecutors used rap lyrics to help send a man to death row in Texas. It's not an uncommon tacticRead full article: Prosecutors used rap lyrics to help send a man to death row in Texas. It's not an uncommon tactic
Businesses urged to stock up for employee safety and faster recoveryTexas tax-free weekend 2026: Emergency supplies you can buy without sales taxRead full article: Texas tax-free weekend 2026: Emergency supplies you can buy without sales tax
Generic crime scene - lightbox KPRC2 young people arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogueRead full article: 2 young people arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue
No description availableAfter Virginia’s referendum, the Texas-ignited redistricting war is looking like a washRead full article: After Virginia’s referendum, the Texas-ignited redistricting war is looking like a wash
No description availableTop Democratic PAC books $22 million in ads, Republican counterpart reserves $14 million for U.S. House seats in South TexasRead full article: Top Democratic PAC books $22 million in ads, Republican counterpart reserves $14 million for U.S. House seats in South Texas
No description availableTexas’ foster care system is more likely to move children away from their communitiesRead full article: Texas’ foster care system is more likely to move children away from their communities
No description availableTexas AG runoff: Democrats Jaworski and Johnson on Trump battles, legal strategy, and office prioritiesRead full article: Texas AG runoff: Democrats Jaworski and Johnson on Trump battles, legal strategy, and office priorities
No description availableTexas Republican candidate suspended by Kalshi for betting on his own electionRead full article: Texas Republican candidate suspended by Kalshi for betting on his own election
No description availableState regulators say Camp Mystic emergency plan has deficiencies Read full article: State regulators say Camp Mystic emergency plan has deficiencies
Enough: Accountability Starts HereWhat is ENOUGH? KPRC 2 launches accountability news initiative on May 4Read full article: What is ENOUGH? KPRC 2 launches accountability news initiative on May 4
No description availableWhy families are fighting Camp Mystic’s reopening after deadly flood and new Texas laws Read full article: Why families are fighting Camp Mystic’s reopening after deadly flood and new Texas laws
Clyde Edwin Hedrick was considered a prime suspect in four murders for over 40 yearsPrime suspect in ‘Texas Killing Fields’ murders dies at 72Read full article: Prime suspect in ‘Texas Killing Fields’ murders dies at 72
No description availableTexas Lt. Gov. asks for pause on Camp Mystic license renewalRead full article: Texas Lt. Gov. asks for pause on Camp Mystic license renewal
No description availableSeveral Camp Mystic parents ask state to deny license renewalRead full article: Several Camp Mystic parents ask state to deny license renewal
Ashlyn Carrion poses with her newlywed husband and grandparents.After KPRC 2 report, photographer delivers wedding photos after months-long delayRead full article: After KPRC 2 report, photographer delivers wedding photos after months-long delay
No description availableThird Ward resident reaches out to 2 Helps You in hopes of getting resolution in decade-long property disputeRead full article: Third Ward resident reaches out to 2 Helps You in hopes of getting resolution in decade-long property dispute
No description availableCrumbling dirt road to historic cemetery in Fort Bend County repaired after KPRC 2 gets involvedRead full article: Crumbling dirt road to historic cemetery in Fort Bend County repaired after KPRC 2 gets involved
No description availableHouston tenants endure cold showers after hot water system fails on ChristmasRead full article: Houston tenants endure cold showers after hot water system fails on Christmas
No description availableBinglewood residents say heavy trash piles sit on curbs for months until KPRC 2 made callsRead full article: Binglewood residents say heavy trash piles sit on curbs for months until KPRC 2 made calls
If you’re looking to give back or need a little extra help this season, here are some key programs and resources available in the Houston area.‘2 Helps You’: 25+ ways to find holiday help in Houston Read full article: ‘2 Helps You’: 25+ ways to find holiday help in Houston
President Donald Trump arrives at a Turning Point USA event at Dream City Church, Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)TMZ is flexing in Washington, with high-profile results. What took so long?Read full article: TMZ is flexing in Washington, with high-profile results. What took so long?
(AP Illustration / Peter Hamlin)Prosecutors used rap lyrics to help send a man to death row in Texas. It's not an uncommon tacticRead full article: Prosecutors used rap lyrics to help send a man to death row in Texas. It's not an uncommon tactic
FILE - President Ronald Reagan watches as first lady Nancy Reagan comments from the podium during the White House Correspondents' Association annual dinner on April 23, 1987, in Washington. (AP Photo/Charles Tasnadi, File)1 day agoCorrespondents' Dinner's biggest moments involve laughs, cringing and high-stakes politicsRead full article: Correspondents' Dinner's biggest moments involve laughs, cringing and high-stakes politics
No description availableSponsoredMusic, food and rodeo fun for all at the Galveston County Fair & RodeoRead full article: Music, food and rodeo fun for all at the Galveston County Fair & Rodeo
Watch ‘Eat Like a Local’ Saturdays at 10 a.m. on KPRC 2Chris Shepherd shares two of his favorite Houston-area spots for a great meal with friendsRead full article: Chris Shepherd shares two of his favorite Houston-area spots for a great meal with friends
No description availableTUTS presents ‘Monty Python’s Spamalot’ rides into the Hobby Center Read full article: TUTS presents ‘Monty Python’s Spamalot’ rides into the Hobby Center
FILE - A grower cuts psilocybin mushrooms to prepare for distribution in Springfield, Ore., Monday, Aug. 14, 2023. (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer, File)FDA plans ultra-fast review of three psychedelic drugs following Trump directiveRead full article: FDA plans ultra-fast review of three psychedelic drugs following Trump directive
Campaigners hold a banner outside parliament in London as a proposed law to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales will run out of time on Friday, more than a year after MPs first voted in favour of it, Friday, April 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)Time runs out for assisted dying bill for England and WalesRead full article: Time runs out for assisted dying bill for England and Wales
Shown is marijuana at NJ Weedman's Joint dispensary in Trenton, N.J., Thursday, April 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)1 day agoReclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for TrumpRead full article: Reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for Trump
In this courtroom sketch, David Anthony Burke, whose stage name is D4vd, is seen in court Thursday, April 23, 2026, in Los Angeles on charges of killing a 14-year-old girl whose dismembered body was found in his car. (Bill Robles via AP)1 day agoEvidence against singer D4vd in killing of 14-year-old girl will be revealed in court within days Read full article: Evidence against singer D4vd in killing of 14-year-old girl will be revealed in court within days
Shown is marijuana at NJ Weedman's Joint dispensary in Trenton, N.J., Thursday, April 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)1 day agoReclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for TrumpRead full article: Reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for Trump
Expensive flights due to jet fuel costs1 day agoWhat to know if your flight is canceled amid rising jet fuel costs Read full article: What to know if your flight is canceled amid rising jet fuel costs
Photos from shooting at Confessions restaurant1 day agoMichigan rapper charged in connection to shooting at popular Upper Kirby restaurant Read full article: Michigan rapper charged in connection to shooting at popular Upper Kirby restaurant
The station is part of the project that will create a rail line for a high-speed train between Houston and Dallas1 day agoNorthwest Mall being demolished to make way for Houston station of Texas High-Speed Rail lineRead full article: Northwest Mall being demolished to make way for Houston station of Texas High-Speed Rail line
Most recent drought monitor status1 day agoRecent soaking rains in Houston has put a dent in the expanding drought in SE TexasRead full article: Recent soaking rains in Houston has put a dent in the expanding drought in SE Texas
Georgia Tech offensive lineman Keylan Rutledge (77) throws his hands up in celebration after a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Clemson, Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)Texans’ first-round offensive guard Keylan ‘Big Red’ Rutledge has nasty streak: ‘Punch you in the face’Read full article: Texans’ first-round offensive guard Keylan ‘Big Red’ Rutledge has nasty streak: ‘Punch you in the face’
No description available2 days ago‘It better happen in the next 24 hours’: Gov. Abbott says HPD still not in compliance with ICE policyRead full article: ‘It better happen in the next 24 hours’: Gov. Abbott says HPD still not in compliance with ICE policy
No description available2 days agoDriver with rifle shoots man multiple times while he sits inside his vehicle in north HoustonRead full article: Driver with rifle shoots man multiple times while he sits inside his vehicle in north Houston
Houston City Council voted 13-4 on Wednesday to approve John Whitmire’s amended immigration ordinance, a move aimed at resolving a high-stakes dispute with the state and restoring more than $100 million in public safety funding.1 day agoHouston City Council passes Whitmire’s amended immigration ordinance in 13-4 vote to preserve state fundingRead full article: Houston City Council passes Whitmire’s amended immigration ordinance in 13-4 vote to preserve state funding
Katy Freeway motorcycle crash1 day ago1 dead after crash involving motorcycle on Katy Freeway near Barker CypressRead full article: 1 dead after crash involving motorcycle on Katy Freeway near Barker Cypress
No description available1 day agoProtests erupt in Fort Bend County over controversial judge appointmentRead full article: Protests erupt in Fort Bend County over controversial judge appointment
West 27th, Lawrence intersection sparks safety concerns in Houston’s Heights neighborhood1 day agoHeights residents demand action at dangerous intersection after multiple crashesRead full article: Heights residents demand action at dangerous intersection after multiple crashes
No description available1 day agoHouston ratifies lease for 419 Emancipation homeless services facility, targeting June 2026 openingRead full article: Houston ratifies lease for 419 Emancipation homeless services facility, targeting June 2026 opening
Baton Rouge police and Sheriff deputies respond to a mass shooting at the Mall of Louisiana, Thursday, April 23, 2026, in Baton Rouge, La. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton)1 day ago1 dead, 5 injured during shootout inside Mall of LouisianaRead full article: 1 dead, 5 injured during shootout inside Mall of Louisiana
Police Crime Tape2 days agoHombre es asesinado a balazos mientras esperaba en un semáforo en el noreste de Houston; el tirador sigue prófugoRead full article: Hombre es asesinado a balazos mientras esperaba en un semáforo en el noreste de Houston; el tirador sigue prófugo
Ohio State defensive tackle Kayden McDonald, Texas A&M guard Chase Bisontis, Georgia Tech guard Kaylen Rutlege and Penn State guard Vega Ioane1 day agoNFL draft scenarios for Texans: ‘We’ll make smart decisions, add quality football players’ Read full article: NFL draft scenarios for Texans: ‘We’ll make smart decisions, add quality football players’
Women learn tips to fend off violent attackers through hands-on training class1 day agoWomen in Spring learn to take their power back with self-defense training against attackersRead full article: Women in Spring learn to take their power back with self-defense training against attackers
TSA officers work at a security checkpoint at George Bush Intercontinental Airport Friday, March 27, 2026, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)1 day agoTSA launches touchless ID screening at Houston airports, offering faster security optionRead full article: TSA launches touchless ID screening at Houston airports, offering faster security option
The district showcased its first 15 zero-emission buses—plus the charging station and a test ride—for Earth Day1 day agoBig Yellow Goes Green: Houston ISD rolls out 15 electric school buses Read full article: Big Yellow Goes Green: Houston ISD rolls out 15 electric school buses
No description available2 days agoJudge approves $425M Capital One settlement: Who qualifies and what to expectRead full article: Judge approves $425M Capital One settlement: Who qualifies and what to expect
Weekend Forecast1 day agoSummer returns for Houston this weekendRead full article: Summer returns for Houston this weekend
Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., flanked by Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., left, and Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., speaks to reporters following a closed-door party meeting, at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, April 21, 2026. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)2 days agoSenate passes budget plan for ICE and Border Patrol in bid to reopen Homeland Security DepartmentRead full article: Senate passes budget plan for ICE and Border Patrol in bid to reopen Homeland Security Department
A photo of Celeste Rivas Hernandez is displayed Monday, April 20, 2026, in Los Angeles for a press conference regarding the case of singer D4vd, who was charged on suspicion of killing the 14-year-old girl whose dismembered body was found in his car. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)2 days agoCeleste Rivas Hernandez, girl who singer D4vd is charged with killing, died from penetrating woundsRead full article: Celeste Rivas Hernandez, girl who singer D4vd is charged with killing, died from penetrating wounds
A woman looking to find another dog stumbled upon the animal carcasses located within the TxDOT facilityDog remains found dumped at TxDOT site near Bush Airport, investigation underwayRead full article: Dog remains found dumped at TxDOT site near Bush Airport, investigation underway
The World Cup countdown is on, and Houston’s transformation is just getting started2 days agoThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is almost here, and Houston’s biggest changes are just days awayRead full article: The 2026 FIFA World Cup is almost here, and Houston’s biggest changes are just days away
No description available2 days agoHarris County flood officials push back on delay claims, promise construction by JuneRead full article: Harris County flood officials push back on delay claims, promise construction by June
Community reacts to recent ICE arrests in San Antonio2 days agoICE Houston reports 277 arrests over two-week enforcement periodRead full article: ICE Houston reports 277 arrests over two-week enforcement period
FILE - A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent2 days agoHow Harris County constable precincts instruct deputies to interact with ICE in the fieldRead full article: How Harris County constable precincts instruct deputies to interact with ICE in the field
Alexis Jovany Cardenas died while being escorted out of the Harris County Jail on July 8, 2025.2 days agoGrand jury returns no bill for 6 officers in death of Harris county jail inmate after altercationRead full article: Grand jury returns no bill for 6 officers in death of Harris county jail inmate after altercation
Screenshot from the video3 days ago‘Extremely disturbed’: Houston Police Department officer relieved of duty after racist rant goes viral on social mediaRead full article: ‘Extremely disturbed’: Houston Police Department officer relieved of duty after racist rant goes viral on social media
Proposal aims to preserve public safety funding while clarifying police cooperation with federal immigration authorities3 days agoWhat’s changing: Mayor John Whitmire moves to revise controversial immigration policyRead full article: What’s changing: Mayor John Whitmire moves to revise controversial immigration policy